Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated with each passing year. In this episode, I’ll briefly cover some of the basics for intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs), Impella, CentriMag, ProtekDuo, TANDEMHEART, and ECMO. As always, drop me a comment with your questions and thoughts!

Here are some of my other posts to check out:

* What Is VA-ECMO?* Surgical Steps In CentriMag Biventricular Assist Device (BiVAD) Placement* ProtekDuo Veno-Venous Cannula* Left Ventricular Pressure-Volume Work Loop With Mechanical Circulatory Support* What Is An Impella?* What Is An Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)?* Avalon V-V ECMO Bicaval Catheter